Thomas Robert Bestonso's Obituary
Thomas Robert Bestonso of Fort Myers, Florida passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side on Sunday, February 24, 2019 following some recent health challenges. He was 75 years old.Tom was born in Miami, Florida on October 17, 1943, the proud son of Madeline M. (Brill) and Thomas M. Bestonso. Over his career, Tom worked as a certified Aircraft and Powerplant Mechanic and was employed by several commercial carriers before retiring from United Airlines. He was married to and leaves behind his adored wife, Claire M. (Weimann) Bestonso.A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Father Murchadh O’Madagain at 10:00 AM on Saturday, March 2, 2019 at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, 13031 Palm Beach Boulevard, Fort Myers, Florida 33905, (239) 693-0818. At the conclusion of Mass, friends are welcome to join the family at Fort Myers Memorial Gardens Cemetery, 1589 Colonial Boulevard, Fort Myers, Florida 33907, (239) 936-0555 for prayers of commendation and committal at the Serenity Garden where Tom will be laid to rest. Immediately following this ceremony, there will be a reception to celebrate Tom’s life held at the Colonial Family Center located on the grounds of the cemetery.To share a story or photo, leave a tribute or to offer condolences to the family at this difficult time, please visit Tom’s memorial webpage located at www.fortmyersmemorial.com and sign his guestbook.
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